US 66 was established on November 11, 1926, with road signs erected the following year. The highway, which became one of the most famous roads in the United States, originally ran from Chicago, Illinois, through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona before terminating in Santa Monica in Los Angeles County, California, covering a total of 2,448 miles (3,940 km).

Every year in September, the Citrus Belt Amateur Radio Club sponsors a special event to celebrate this piece of American history/culture. You can find information on their webpage: W6JBT.org including a preview of what the certificate will look like. It is a fun event and can be challenging depending on band conditions. I have never gotten a clean sweep but I do enjoy working the stations along the route. This year there are 22 stations including 2 rovers who will be cruising up and down what is left of Route 66. The various operators will be using SSB, CW and digital modes. This is the 22nd year of the event. Why not give it a try?